Butt (UY) Connectors In Alarm

[Stuart Frost]

Hi. I am replacing a Veritas alarm which has 8 wired zones with an Elite 64W and 8XP expander. The alarm is situated in a very cramped area so I am concerned about transferring the wires successfully.
What I was thinking was could I prewire the panel and expander with a short piece of wire on each terminal and then use a butt UY connector (I have the gel type ones that just need pliers to use) to join each existing wire or would that be a bad idea?

Thanks
Stu

 

[Handymanjo]

Would not recommend that. Too many joints to check if problems with cabling.

 

[sparkymarka]

Take the wires out one by one and wire them into the 8xp .....then you only have to connect it to the panel with the network !

 

[Stuart Frost]

Take the wires out one by one and wire them into the 8xp .....then you only have to connect it to the panel with the network !

That’s what I was going to do but as I mentioned, the existing alarm is in a very cramped area so my concern is getting the wires in so that they stay put while I tighten the screws. That’s why I was considering the easier way of just sticking the wires into the connector and a quick squeeze of the pliers.

 

[Stuart Frost]

Just seen bootlace ferrules which I never knew existed. Are these recommended for use in alarms as I think they would make getting the wires to stay in whilst tightening the screws a great help.

 

[Handymanjo]

Same issue, if not crimped correctly could lead to cabling issues.
I would wire directly into terminals of expander. May be difficult due to access as you said ,but would save a lot of hassle if joints are not correct. Just take your time and have plenty of light when wiring up.